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03 Pages : 23 - 33

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2022(VII-II).03      10.31703/gssr.2022(VII-II).03      Published : Jun 2022

Impact of Servant Leadership and Organizational Culture on Work Engagement: An Empirical Analysis

    The study's goal is to see how servant leadership and corporate culture affect work engagement. While leadership has been proven to have an impact, the effect and procedure underlying work engagement has attracted scant attention. Despite the fact that servant leadership followers are more inclined to be involved, this is especially relevant of servant leadership. We investigate the role organizational culture plays like a potential mediator in the study below, seeking to discover whether servant leadership builds organizational culture that, as a result, enhances work engagement. Overall,we find strong evidence suggesting servant leadership can forecast organizational culture along with the other extensions related to job engagement which include dedication, absorption and vigor, while organizational culture, undermines the effect of servant leadership style. Lastly,all three components of work engagement are positively related to an organization's culture.

    Organizational Culture, Servant Leadership, Employee Performance
    (1) Muhammad Zia-ur-Rehman
    Associate Professor, Department of Leadership and Management Studies, National Defence University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (2) Syeda Unzilla Shah
    Research Scholar, National Defence University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (3) Arif Masih Khokhar
    Iqra University, Islamabad, Pakistan.

09 Pages : 90 - 99

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2022(VII-II).09      10.31703/gssr.2022(VII-II).09      Published : Jun 2022

The Role of Salience and Common Grounds in Intercultural Communication: A Descriptive Study

    Jokes are specific discourses that contain cultural, historical and region-specific references. In order to understand the salience of these discourses, the common ground of interlocutors is significantly important. The current study explores how non-natives English speakers comprehend English jokes. In addition, it aims to know the difficulties and the lexical issues encountered by Pakhtoon and Sindhi participants in interpreting English jokes. The researchers used a mixed-method approach for this study. The population of this study includes Pakhtoon and Sindhi undergraduate students.A sample of 20 students was selected and two types of tools were used to check the English jokes comprehension skills of participants. The socio-cognitive approach is used as a theoretical framework and the results of quantitative data were presented with the help of pie charts. Results of this study show that ethnic, religious, racial, and jokes having historic references are difficult to understand. Individuals' social knowledge of English culture is important for comprehending English jokes. Knowledge of semantic expressions, ample knowledge and wisdom of culture-specific words and idioms are important for identifying the salience aspects of English jokes.

    Jokes, Salience, lexical Issues, Culture, Socio-Cognitive Approach, Interpreting Humour
    (1) Hajra Arshad
    PhD Scholar, National University Of Modern Languages (NUML), Islamabad, Pakistan
    (2) Ejaz Mirza
    Assistant Professor, National University Of Modern Languages (NUML), Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Memona Fida
    Lecturer, National University Of Modern Languages (NUML), Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.

08 Pages : 87-98

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2023(VIII-I).08      10.31703/gssr.2023(VIII-I).08      Published : Mar 2023

Shakespeare's Universality: Exploring the Timelessness and Relevance of his Works across Cultures and Societies

    This research paper investigates the universality and enduring relevance of Shakespeare'sworks across cultures and societies. Through an analysis of his masterful use of language and exploration of fundamental human experiences, such as love, loss, and power, this paper argues that Shakespeare's characters and stories continue to resonate with contemporary audiences. The paper highlights the broad range of themes tackled by Shakespeare, including politics, gender, and social norms, and their relevance to the human experience. Furthermore, the paper emphasizes how Shakespeare's works provide valuable insight into the cultural and societal norms of his time, and how his exploration of complex ideas and themes through language demonstrates the power of literature.This paper highlights the importance of exploring the timelessness and relevance of Shakespeare's works across cultures and societies to connect us to each other and the larger world. The paper concludes that the universality of Shakespeare's works reflects the capacity of art to transcend time and place and the enduring power of the human imagination.

    Shakespeare, Universality, Enduring Relevance, Language, Culture, Society, Human Experience, Themes, Literature, Art, and Imagination
    (1) Henna Karamat
    Assistant Professor, Department of English, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Abdus Salam Khalis
    Professor, Department of English, Islamia College University, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.

31 Pages : 345-354

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2023(VIII-II).31      10.31703/gssr.2023(VIII-II).31      Published : Jun 2023

Cultural Hybridization and Political Upheaval in Khan's City of Spies

    Throughout history, political instability has been a persistent issue for diasporic communities, exacerbating the challenges they already face. The present research endeavours to examine the impact of political turmoil on diasporic communities, with a particular focus on its role in shaping cultural identity, hybridity, and conflicting loyalties. The present research employs a qualitative analysis to amalgamate a substantial corpus of literature and deduces that diasporas are significantly impacted by political instability and violence, resulting in adverse outcomes such as relocation, trauma, and cultural identity loss. This study delves into the complexity of diasporic identity and the notion of hybridity, frequently linked to diaspora communities. Empirical evidence suggests that diasporic communities frequently experience a sense of estrangement and encounter competing allegiances due to their inability to fully assimilate their cultural heritage into their novel surroundings. Research has demonstrated the significance of comprehending diasporic identities and the obstacles that individuals encounter, particularly within the framework of contemporary political instability.The research findings highlight the need for policymakers and stakeholders to take into account the distinctive perspectives and experiences of diasporas, particularly in light of current political unrest. In order to comprehend and help diaspora groups, it also emphasizes the need for additional research on diaspora identity, cultural hybridity, and competing loyalties.

    Diasporas, Political Upheaval, Culture Differences, Hybridity, Conflicting Loyalties
    (1) Sara Anam
    M.Phil. English Literature, Department of English, Riphah International University Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Rana Abdul Munim Khan
    Lecturer, Department of English, Riphah International University Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan.